The Book Industry Guild of New York (BIGNY) is offering a panel discussion about underrepresented voices and aim to continue examining what diversity and inclusion actively looks like in book publishing.

Featuring speakers Nicole Counts (One World / PRH), Zareen Jaffery (Saalam Reads / S&S Books for Young Readers), Cristobal Pera (Vintage Espanol / PRH), and moderator, Victory Matsui (One World / PRH). These editors are putting out works that showcase different perspectives of the many groups in America. From We Were Eight Years in Power to children books about Muslim life to Spanish-language narratives, these editors are making sure that ALL American voices are heard.

The meeting will take place on Tuesday, February 13th at Random House (1745 Broadway, 2nd Floor) with beer, wine, and hors d’oeuvres at 5:15 pm and the program at 6:15 pm. Admission is $40 for BIGNY members, $60 for nonmembers, or $5 for the speaker portion of the event only. Use the code YPGFEB18 for a special 50% off discount exclusive to YPG.

And don’t forget – YPGers are entitled to a 100% discount off the yearly membership dues with the code YPG2017. (So become a member for free, and then this event is only $20!)

For more information and to purchase tickets go to www.bigny.org. All major credit cards are accepted online and at the door. Cash and checks are also accepted at the door.

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